1878 - 1885 Closed

Messer Street Grounds, Providence

Also known as: Messer Park

📍 Providence, RI

Messer Street Grounds was a baseball ballpark in Providence, RI that hosted major league games from 1878 to 1885. It has also been known as Messer Park. Home teams have included Providence Grays.

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📍 Location & Overview

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City Providence
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State RI
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 41.813501, -71.436952
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Elevation 83 ft
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Park ID: PRO02

🏟️ Park Characteristics

🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1885

📅 Years of Operation

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First Used 1878
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Last Used 1885
Total Years8 years

⚾ Teams Played

8 seasons
Providence Grays 8 yrs

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Messer Street Grounds at a glance

Major league games were played at Messer Street Grounds in Providence, RI from 1878 until 1885. It is also known as Messer Park. Retrosheet's park code for it is PRO02. Elevation is listed at 83 ft.

Its coordinates are 41.813501, -71.436952. The characteristics panel (1885 configuration) lists natural grass and an open-air design. Messer Street Grounds was home to the Providence Grays (8 yrs). The earliest team-season listed is the 1878 Providence Grays (33-27); the latest is the 1885 Providence Grays (53-57). Home clubs ranged from 84-28 (the 1884 Providence Grays) to 53-57 (the 1885 Providence Grays).

Messer Street Grounds: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Messer Street Grounds open?
Messer Street Grounds hosted its first documented major league game in 1878 and its last in 1885.
Where is Messer Street Grounds?
Messer Street Grounds is in Providence, RI.
Which teams played at Messer Street Grounds?
Home clubs at this park include Providence Grays.
Is Messer Street Grounds still in use?
No. Messer Street Grounds last hosted a major league game in 1885.
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